Older Adults at Higher Risk of Confusion, Memory Problems After Surgery
Various factors can increase the risk of postoperative delirium, including the body’s response to surgery, frailty and underlying medical conditions.
How to Help Prevent the Spread of Germs this Cold and Flu Season
A holistic germ prevention strategy is one of the most effective ways to help stop the spread of illness-causing germs.
Houston Area Urban League Raises Over $1 Million at 2024 Equal Opportunity Day Gala
The 2024 Equal Opportunity Day Gala raised more than $1 million to support the Houston Area Urban League’s programs.
3 New Year’s Resolutions That Will Make You Happier
Here are goals you can set for a more joyful 2025.
10 Health Recommendations for the New Year
Looking to improve your health in 2025 and beyond? Check out these recommendations.
Why It’s Harder Than Ever to Make an Appointment with Your Doctor
Here are the top reasons why it’s harder than ever to be seen by a healthcare provider.
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): A Psychologist’s Perspective
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, typically emerging in the fall or winter months.
Walking Pneumonia Cases Surge Nationwide, Impacting Children and African Americans Disproportionately
Walking pneumonia is affecting children in unprecedented numbers, with cases rising since June.
HIV/AIDS and the Black Community: Tiffany Quinton’s Survivor Story and the Power of Education
World AIDS Day is a powerful reminder to challenge HIV stigma, offer support to those living with the virus, and honor the lives we’ve lost along the way.
Texas Earns D in 2024 March of Dimes Report Card for Preterm Birth Rate of 11.1%, Reflecting Need for Action
March of Dimes released its 2024 Report Card, revealing Texas’ preterm birth rate remains high at 11.1% while health disparities persist among racial and ethnic groups.
3 Things to Know About Gut Health in America
One in three adults is experiencing a common gut issue right now.
Affordable Care Act’s Lifeline in Jeopardy as Enhanced Subsidies Face Expiration in 2025
As Congress prepares to finalize its leadership in both chambers, the fate of health insurance subsidies for millions of Americans hangs in the balance.
Include a Type 1 Diabetes Screening Conversation at Your Child’s Next Annual Doctor’s Visit: Here’s Why
Every year, there are an estimated 27,000 newly diagnosed youth cases of type 1 diabetes in the United States alone.
3 Habits Your Dentist Will Thank You For
You can take these steps between checkups to ensure your dentist sees your oral health at its best.
Why Ginger Might Be Able to Protect Your Health this Holiday Season
Ginger is packed with health benefits that can support your well-being, especially during the holiday season.
Supplements, Natural Remedies You Should Be Taking to Combat Illness this Season
To help combat seasonal illnesses like colds, flu, and other respiratory infections, consider a mix of supplements and natural remedies that support immunity.
What Parents and Expectant Parents Need to Know About RSV
New medical advancements are safeguarding infants and some toddlers at increased risk of RSV.
Protect Yourself Against Pneumococcal Pneumonia and Invasive Pneumococcal Disease this National Diabetes Month
November is National Diabetes Month, which serves as an important reminder to not only rally around those affected by this disease.
How Older Adults Can Best Prepare for Surgery
Worries and questions about surgery are especially common for patients 65 years and older, who account for more than 40% of all in-patient operations.
Listening to Your Ill-Tuition: 5 Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore
Here are five common symptoms that women tend to dismiss, according to the research, what conditions they may point to and why it’s important to seek timely medical care when your intuition sounds the alarm.